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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new gains in distance learning technology have provided the means for learners in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is developing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can students certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massive open online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Curtis Institute of Music to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding demand to gain a better understanding of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to better grasp these significant new open education initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this growing demand for facts the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This gripping new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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